PASSENGERS are being advised to check before travelling during key railway upgrades this weekend.
Network Rail teams will be replacing track, improving drainage and upgrading points – the devices that let trains move from one track to another at junctions in the Coventry area.
The planned upgrades, which will provide better and more reliable journeys, mean no trains will be calling at Coventry or Birmingham International on Saturday (November 1) and Sunday (November 2), with rail replacement buses in place.
Network Rail say this essential improvement work will help keep the railway safe for the tens of thousands of passengers and many freight trains which use the line every week.
Rail passengers are being urged to plan by using National Rail Enquiries and allow extra time to get to where they need to be.
Martin Colmey, operations director for Network Rail Central route, said: “These essential track upgrades will help keep the railway safe and reliable for years to come.
“We know there is never a good time to close the railway but this work has been carefully planned to keep disruption to a minimum and we thank passengers for their patience while we do the work.
“If you’re planning to travel, please plan ahead allowing extra time for your journey and check before you travel for the latest journey information and travel advice.”
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